Germany Demands Stricter Social Media Regulations for Minors Beyond Meta’s Measures

Social media rules spark fresh debate in Germany following Meta’s United States agreement. Consumer advocates call for stricter protections for children using Instagram and Facebook platforms.

Planned daily usage limits and notification restrictions considered insufficient by concerned German experts.

Night access blocks, personalized feeds optional, schools receive silenced notifications from Meta proposal. Experts emphasize that business models prioritizing prolonged attention are core underlying issue.

German groups urge built-in child safety, responsibility beyond mere parental monitoring alone necessary. Experts insist fundamental social media practices must transform, not just screen time limits.